Health Care Assistant - Kōwhai Ward/ Children's Hospital

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital

Contract: Permanent, Full Time 1.0 FTE - working Monday-Friday AM shifts

Please note this role is open only to current staff of Te Whatu Ora. Please do not apply if you are not employed by Te Whatu Ora

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role 

The HCA (Health Care Assistant) position contributes to the successful operation of the nursing team. The HCA is part of a collaborative health care team, they assist the RN to meet the patient needs when it is appropriate for the RN to delegate aspects of care to a trained unregulated healthcare role. And supports RNs on the children’s ward by assisting with clinical and non-clinical tasks. The HCA support releases RN time to provide clinical patient care. Role may involve supporting the eating disorder service, and providing patient observation and engagement duties. 

About the Team/Service/ Location 

Wellington’s Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital is a purpose-built facility that serves children and their whānau from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities. As a tertiary center, it provides specialized healthcare for children in need of expert paediatric services. The Child Health Service offers a comprehensive range of care, including inpatient, outpatient, day patient, and domiciliary services for children up to 16 years old. These services are delivered across Wellington and Kenepuru hospitals, the Puketiro Centre, outreach clinics, and in the homes of children.

The Child Health Service is well-resourced, with a total of 49 inpatient beds/cots for infants, children, and young people. The hospital features two main wards: a 23-bed medical ward (Piko), which includes a 9-bed short stay unit, and a 17-bed surgical ward (Kōwhai). Additionally, there are 12 surgical day stay beds and a 3-bed day stay unit dedicated to children’s cancer services. 

About you 

• Minimum Level 3 NZQA National Certificate in Health & Wellbeing (or equivalent) 
• Previous experience in a health care setting desirable
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective time management skills and ability to prioritise
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Willing to contribute to the overall team

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 2nd April 2025 . If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.